The U.S. Senate is nearing a decision on the GENIUS Act, aiming to regulate stablecoins and address financial stability concerns. The bill’s resolution hinges on bipartisan negotiations involving […]
Warren Objects to Trump’s Stablecoin Deal Ahead of Crypto Legislation Vote
Senator Elizabeth Warren has raised concerns about a $2 billion transaction involving former President Donald Trump’s stablecoin and a potentially dubious source in the United Arab Emirates. As […]
Senate Democrats Launch Investigation into Trump Family’s Crypto Ventures
A Senate investigation by Democrats led by Jeff Merkley and Elizabeth Warren is probing potential corruption in the Trump family’s crypto ventures, focusing on a $2 billion investment […]
Senate Democrats Introduce Bill Restricting Digital Assets for Federal Officials
Senator Jeff Merkley has introduced a bill prohibiting U.S. federal officials and their families from issuing digital assets, following the withdrawal of support for a stablecoin regulation bill. […]
Senate Democrats Push Ban on Presidential Crypto Ventures
Senator Chris Murphy has proposed a bill banning presidents and their families from engaging in cryptocurrency investments or endorsements. This move follows former President Trump’s active involvement with […]
Senate Set to Vote on Stablecoin Bill Before Memorial Day – Who Wins and Loses?
The Senate is gearing up for a crucial vote on stablecoin legislation before Memorial Day, aiming to establish new regulatory frameworks. Senator John Thune confirmed the Senate’s intent […]
Bowman Faces Scrutiny as Senate Examines Crypto & Banking Regulators
Michelle Bowman, a key figure in the US financial system, is at the center of attention as she faces intense scrutiny from senators during her nomination hearing for […]
Senate Banking Committee Moves Forward with SEC and OCC Nominees
The U.S. Senate Banking Committee has advanced two key financial nominations from President Donald Trump, setting the stage for their confirmation by the full Senate. Paul Atkins is […]
Senate Advances Paul Atkins Nomination for SEC Commissioner
The U.S. Senate Banking Committee voted to advance Paul Atkins’ nomination to become a commissioner at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The committee vote, which occurred on […]
CFTC Chair Nominee Prepares for Hearings on Crypto Regulation
Brian Quintenz, nominated to head the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), has engaged in preliminary talks with senators on Capitol Hill in preparation for his upcoming nomination […]
New Senate Subcommittee Holds Hearing on Digital Assets Regulations
On February 26, Senator Cynthia Lummis convened the first hearing of the U.S. Senate Banking Committee’s Subcommittee on Digital Assets. The hearing, titled ‘Exploring Bipartisan Legislative Frameworks for […]